Democratic Takeover In Senate Positive for Natural Gas

AUTHOR(S)

Barlas, Stephen

PUB. DATE

July 2001

SOURCE

Underground Construction;Jul2001, Vol. 56 Issue 7, p10

SOURCE TYPE

Trade Publication

DOC. TYPE

Article

ABSTRACT

Deals with the energy development bills introduced by United States Senator Jeff Bingaman (D-N.M.) which will affect the natural gas industry in the country. Information on the Energy Security Tax Incentive Act on gas production; Provisions under the Comprehensive & Balanced Energy Policy Act on pipeline constructions; Fund resources of the bills.

ACCESSION #

4875307

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